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Needlework Of Three Birds
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Needlework Of Three Birds
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Needlework Of Three Birds

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.686198
Object Type Needlework
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, textile, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 4 3/8 in x W 6 in (15.2 cm x 11.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCard with needlework inset of three birds. The woven inset depicts three birds, blue, pink, and green, on a pink background.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on interior of card: Mrs. T. Stein Kansas, U.S.A January 19, 2009 The President of the United States of America The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear President and First Lady O'Bama, Congratulations! The great mantle of authority, power and responsibility has just been placed upon you. Take care that you follow your true intentions to do what is best for your two precious daughters. The pain of labor and delivery does not approach the pain of desiring to undo that which cannot be undone, of loss, emptiness and death.; Inscribed on reverse: "Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil;...which justify the wicked.." Is 5:20-23 Do not listen to them. Instead, "Be not deceived. God is not mocked; for whatsoever a man soweth, that he shall also reap." Gal. 6:7 Sow to the good and God's glory, and you will reap good in return. We are praying all the Best for you.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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